Ape Piaggio
In post-World War II Italy, the country faced urgent reconstruction, limited resources, and a lack of vehicles suited to small businesses. Large trucks were expensive, and small motorcycles were insufficient for commercial needs.
This changed in 1947, shortly after the launch of the Vespa, with the introduction of the Ape. The three-wheeled vehicle quickly became popular, offered in numerous versions including flat beds, panel vans, tippers, trailers, autorickshaws, and fire trucks. Its success continues today, with special editions built for the Pope and the President of Italy.
This book explores the history, design, and engineering of the Ape, covering styling, advertising, and notable intercontinental journeys. It provides production figures and, for the first time, a complete illustrated catalogue of every model produced, each accompanied by a detailed technical file.
Product details
| Author: | Giorgio Sarti |
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| Details: | 230 pages, 10.6 x 9.7 in (27 x 24.5 cm), hardback |
| Illustrations: | many b&w and color photos |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Giorgio Nada Editore (I, 2018) |
| ISBN: | 9788879116985 |
